Development of an integrated health promotion program for school-age children from vulnerable families in South Korea

Abstract

Purpose: To describe the process of systematically developing an integrated health pro- motion program for school-age children from vulnerable families. Methods: In this study, we applied the first three steps—analysis, design, and develop- ment (ADD)—of the analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation (ADDIE) model. The analysis step involved a literature review and needs assessment. In the design step, program components were considered and a program draft was devel- oped. The program content was modified based on expert validation in the development step. The preliminary program was administered in the implementation step, and the fi- nal program was confirmed in the evaluation step. Results: The program contents were based on the literature review, needs assessment, and Ryan’s integrated theory of health behavior change. The content was valid, and the educational material was appropriate for school-age children from vulnerable families. The finalized program consists of six sessions to promote physical, psychological, and social health using individual/group and face-to-face/online methods, including two that involve both parents and children. Conclusion: This study presents a detailed description of how the program was devel- oped and illustrates the critical elements that should be considered during similar pro- gram development. The effect of this program on health promotion behavior should be examined in future research.